Soaring your way April 13th-18th 2021, the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is back and better than ever! Coming off the heels of 2020's unfortunate cancellation due to COVID-19 restrictions, aviation enthusiasts can look forward to 6 exciting days of SUN 'n FUN's world-famous aviation spectacle, including hundreds of exhibitors, dozens of forums and workshops, plus breathtaking aerial displays by some of the best airshow performers in the business. The Lakeland Linder International Airport has a brand-new runway and improved taxiways, ready to become the world’s busiest airport and welcome thousands of aircraft with their pilots and passengers for an exciting week in beautiful Central Florida!
Since 1974, SUN 'n FUN has attracted millions of plane spotters and pilots alike from around the globe to share their collective passion for slipping Earth’s surly bonds. This 2021 Aerospace Expo is eagerly anticipated by aviation enthusiasts and fans everywhere as they look forward to this open-spaced, action-packed outdoor event.
Following recommended CDC guidelines, safety procedures for public health have been put into place for this year’s show so that fans can get back to safely enjoying magnificent airshows again in 2021 at Lakeland Linder International Airport.
“Our event certainly suffered alongside the rest of the world when the pandemic forced us to cancel last year,” said Greg Gibson, Chief Marketing Officer and Airshow Director for SUN ‘n FUN, “but we are coming back better than ever in 2021 with new and exciting things for our guests in a COVID-responsible venue that has their safety and enjoyment as top priorities. We’re ready to welcome our flying family back to SUN ‘n FUN!”
Headlining the show's exclusive lineup are the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, who are celebrating their 75th Anniversary with all-new F-18 Super Hornets and the return of “Fat Albert”. An Ex-Royal Air Force C-130J Hercules recently retired from "across the pond" has taken on the role of the fan-favorite affectionately known as “Bert”. With a paint refresh and improved logistics support, SUN ‘n FUN 2021 is the very first time the public will get to see the new Super Hornets and Fat Albert's sleek new look in-person. Performing thrilling combat and aerobatic maneuvers for over 500 million fans since 1946, their newest season is sure to make history alongside the F-22 Raptor Demo Team, Aeroshell Aerobatic Team, and many, many more daring aerial artists across the week-long event.
Adding to the festivities, SUN ‘n FUN will be commemorating the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII with several special programs, including expanded warbird flyovers, aerobatic demos, and live interviews on the famous Warbird Ramp with several WWII veterans. Fans will thrill to incredible displays of amazing aerobatic skill as World Aerobatic Champion Rob Holland returns to SUN ‘n FUN. Rob, along with many more aerobatic performers will be visiting the new Aerobatic HQ area, expanded and redesigned this year to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Pitts Special, and the 50th anniversary of the Super Decathlon.
Camping, forums, workshops, and of course hundreds of exhibitors are all back, ready to kick off “Spring Break for Pilots”. Careful attention has been taken to put protocols in place that ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal COVID guidelines. It’s a great time to get your airplane back in the air and down to Lakeland!
SUN 'n FUN will honor 2020 ticket purchases at the 2021 SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo as long as no refunds have been made. Just bring your 2020 ticket with you and you are all set. Please contact SUN 'n FUN if a change is required for a scheduled ticket (i.e. 9/27 Club or Preferred Airshow Seating). For additional information and 2021 ticket purchases, please visit SUN 'n FUN's website: https://flysnf.org/aerospace-expo/purchase-tickets
About SUN ‘n FUN Fly-In, Inc.
The SUN ‘n FUN Fly-In is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to preserve and enhance the future of flight through world-class events, inspiring and educating people of all ages. Year-round events, including the SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In and Expo, which is one of the world’s largest aviation events, raise funds for the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE). SUN ‘n FUN Fly-In annually raises funds for ACE enabling the delivery of STEM-related and aerospace education programs engaging over 50,000 local youth each year. Additionally, ACE manages and allocates local aerospace scholarships. For more information, www.flysnf.org.
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